The robot will perform live 15-minute demonstrations several times daily
throughout the festival
(http://www.kennedy-center.org/programs/festivals/07-08/japan/). Visitors
will experience the most sophisticated robotics technology and see how
robots like ASIMO will someday assist people. The free demonstrations will
be held in the Nations Gallery at the Kennedy Center.

Honda's ASIMO (Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility), the world's most
advanced humanoid robot, will demonstrate its unique technological
capabilities including the ability to walk forward and backward, climb and
descend a flight of stairs and even run nearly 4 miles per hour. Designed
to be a helper to humans, Honda continues development of humanoid robotics
technology and ASIMO is advancing closer to in-home applications.

About ASIMO
Honda engineers began developing a humanoid robot in 1986 for the
purpose of someday helping people in need. After years of research and
development, they created an advanced humanoid robot able to function in
real-world environments. ASIMO originally made its U.S. debut February 14,
2002, when it rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange and the
latest version of ASIMO, which includes the ability to run, debuted in
North America at the Consumer Electronics Show, January 2007, in Las Vegas.
ASIMO is permanently installed in Disneyland's Innoventions attraction
where the live 15-minute Say 'Hello' to Honda's ASIMO demonstration takes
place several times daily in the Honda ASIMO Theatre. The program gives
visitors a glimpse into a not-too-distant future when humanoid robots, like
ASIMO, will assist humans in their homes. Learn more about ASIMO at
asimo.honda.com.

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